es Trois Palmes is a charming old Maison
de Village (town house) right in the heart of
things in picturesque Old Antibes. It is available
for rent all year round and has all you need for
a fun and relaxing break in one of the most beautiful
spots on the Cote d'Azur.

Well-equipped

Within Les Trois Palmes are two double beds,
two singles and three double sofa beds. It is perfectly
laid out to accommodate up to three couples or two
families.

Apart from the fully self-contained studio (which has its own
kitchenette and shower-room), there are two fully equipped
kitchens, two bathrooms and a wc.

Plenty of room

Over six floors (including the studio), each of about
30 square metres, Les Trois Palmes offers
seating for at least eight in the provencal kitchen dining area
and the lounge and on the terrace for dining al fresco.

Particularly in the summer, Antibes is a bustling,
lively place. But Rue Guilllaumont on which Les
Trois Palmes is situated, despite being right
in the centre, is remarkably quiet. There are no
bars or restaurants actually on the street and very
little traffic, while tourists are attracted mainly
to Rue Sade, the market and other neighbouring streets.

The little lane Impasse Sade, also leading
to Les Trois Palmes and the studio, is even
quieter. There is no access to cars and it is solely
used by the houses with front doors onto the lane.

Rue Guillaumont is quiet, making Les
Trois Palmes a peaceful haven to come home
to, even in summer

All-year-round

Les Trois Palmes is available all year round.
The Cote d'Azur is, of course, best known as a summer
destination. But Antibes is a town with very much a
life of its own. Restaurants, bars and shops are open
and busy all year round, so there is still plenty going
on even in the quieter months.

Skiing

And why not ski from Antibes? The pistes of
the French Alps (forming a backdrop to the view from
the terrace) are only an hour away. So you can ski
during the day and sit out at a cafe in the Old Town
in the evening. For the 2002/3 winter, transport to
and from Antibes to the slopes combined with a day
ski pass cost just 30 euros.

Wonderful shopping

The famous daily provencal market is literally
around the corner, with colours and smells that excite
the senses even before you get your discoveries home!
And Rue Sade, just at the end
of the street, offers many lovely food shops to entice
you.

Great bars and restaurants

If you prefer to eat and drink out, there could hardly
be a wider choice so close at hand. Explore the neighbouring
streets for all the bars and restaurants you could
possibly want. Whether sampling the local provencal
food or some other nationality, you are unlikely
to be disappointed. The food is truly a delight.

Looking across the old town from the rear
balcony. Click image for larger view

There are three sandy beaches within easy walking
distance. The nearest, nestling under the
old fortifications of the town, is just five minutes
through the Old Town. Very sheltered, it is ideal for
children and the water is surprisingly warm even in
the cooler months.

Les Trois Palmes from Impasse Sade.
For a view of the house from Rue Guillaumont,
click here.

The other beaches are a stroll along narrow, quaint
streets with flower bedecked houses, past ancient monuments
and along the ancient walls with stunning views of
the coast and across the Mediterranean sea to the Alps
as a distant backdrop.

Floral streets

The Old Town part of Antibes has narrow, cobbled streets with plants and flowers
often climbing up the outsides of the houses around
the faded shutters. So it is great to wander around
and take in the atmosphere that has changed little
in hundreds of years. Or just sit outside a bar and
take in the easy-paced Mediterranean life.

Plenty to do on your doorstep...

Because Les Trois Palmes is so centrally located,
there are several museums and other places to visit
within a few minutes' stroll through the streets of
the Old Town. The famous Picasso museum, for example,
is just two minutes away on the other side of the provencal
market.

With excellent bus and train services, you really don't
need a car to go further afield. The exclusive Cap
d'Antibes, a protected nature area, offers a welcome
alternative to the hustle and bustle of the Cote
d'Azur. There is a wild walk around the rocks, and
gardens and museums to visit - but it is also fun
just to wander the streets and take a peek at the
large villas and mansions and their extensive gardens.

Just a ten-minute bus ride from Antibes is Juan les
Pins, a seaside resort with a long sandy beach that
sweeps around the bay and has plenty of style.

Explore the Cote d'Azur

Antibes could hardly be more centrally located, so
is ideal as a base to explore the rest of the coast
and inland. Again, a car is simply not necessary.
Monaco, for example, is just half-an-hour away by
train which takes a picturesque route by the sea.

Entertainment for all

For children, there is plenty to do for all ages. Several
squares around the town have playgrounds, there are
various attractions such as go-karts and merry-go-round,
and amusement and water parks are within easy reach,
including the world-famous Marineland.

For adults, there are excellent restaurants, live
music bars, casinos and night clubs (the Les Trois
Palmes support staff would be pleased to provide
a baby-sitting service if required).